How to Shave One Side of Your Hair

Update your hairstyle with a fresh shave.

Give the bob a rest and get a haircut with a little edge. Shave off half of your hair for an asymmetrical cut that isn't just for boys. Alice Dellal, a Brazillian model with a half-shaved crop, inspired designer Issa to style her fall 2009 runway models with matching hairstyles. Whether you are a punk rocker or you just want to jazz up your look, the half-shaved haircut will make you stand out from the rest.

Things You'll Need

• Comb
• Pins
• Elastic band
• Scissors
• Electric hair shaver

Instructions

1. Wash your hair. Be sure to massage your scalp, particularly on the side where you want to shave your head. You want your scalp to be as clean as possible.

2. Untangle your hair with a fine-toothed comb while your hair is still wet. Brush your hair backwards toward the nape of your neck.

3. Part your hair at the point where you want to shave your head. Pin down or tie back the hair you would like to keep at its current length. Comb down the side of your head you would like to shave, and be sure that the part is even. Make any necessary adjustments.

4. Cut the hair you want to shave with scissors so it is approximately an inch or less long.

5. Put the head on your electric shaver for the length you would like to cut your hair. If you aren't sure which setting to use, start with the largest setting and work your way down to a closer shave.

6. Shave the sectioned off portion of your hair with the electric razor against the grain of your hair. This will lift your hair and ensure that the razor cuts your hair evenly.

Tips & Warnings

• You can shave patterns into your hair using a shorter setting on the electric razor.

References

• Fashion Indie : Alice Dellal Half Shaved Head Inspires Issa